Strawberry Farms
Solid value in a growing area
Median $778K·Walkability 1.4/10·Schools 7.3/10
So what's interesting about Strawberry Farms is that it sprawls across 57 acres with lots that average 1.16 acres—enough that you actually have real land, not just a postage stamp of yard. The condo setup means you're not dealing with the full weight of a single-family home's maintenance, which is why a lot of people here seem genuinely content with the trade-off. You're about 19 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids when you need something, but the actual feel of the place is removed enough that you don't feel constantly pulled in that direction. There's a grocery store less than a mile away and a solid restaurant scene within walking distance—a 12-minute walk gets you coffee, and there are 24 restaurants within a mile if you want options without planning a drive. Homes here run around $663K on the median.
Why people love it here
$778K median
- 1 recent sale
Park-rich area
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Roguewood Drive Northeast: 5 min drive
- Carin Tech: 11 min bike
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Median home price in Strawberry Farms
Estimated Monthly Payment
$5,282/mo
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Based on 8 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 9/10
School District: Chandler Woods Charter Academy
Recent Sale Price
$778K
1 recent sale
Units
39
Complex Size
56.9 ac
39 units
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
0.9 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Meijer
Pizza Hut
+1 more
BIGGBY COFFEE
Flo's Pizzeria Ristorante & Sports Bar
+1 more
Unnamed park
Unnamed playground
Chandler Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Roguewood Drive Northeast
dog_park
Carin Tech
Rockford - Rogue River Launch
Snap Fitness
Walgreens
Krause Memorial Library
Kidz Clubhouse
Northstar Cinema
Crime in Strawberry Farms is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Strawberry Farms home (around $778,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $138k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $5,175 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $5,175/mo | $137,992 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $5,958/mo | $158,872 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $6,220/mo | $165,854 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Homeowners Association
STRAWBERRY FARMS CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION
Source: strawberryfarmsmi.com
Local Government · area-wide
Plainfield Charter Township
Source: plainfieldmi.org · unconfirmed
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$868/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,331 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Plainfield Charter Township Water Treatment Plant
Township operates its own water treatment plant; full-service community.
Plainfield Charter Township sewer (North Kent Sewer Authority member)
Township sewer; member of North Kent Sewer Authority.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Township provides public safety coordinating with sheriff/Major Case Team.
Services for Plainfield · Source: plainfieldmi.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Strawberry Farms are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
🛒 Grocery(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(10)
Hill'S Bbq Llc
Restaurant
Thai Fusion Rockford
Restaurant
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(17)
Biggby Coffee
Café
Meijer Cafe And Thrift Market
Café
Starbucks Coffee Company
Café
+14 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
Flo's Pizzeria Ristorante & Sports Bar
Bar
Eastern Kille Distillery
Restaurant
Digby's Deli
Bar
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(17)
Post School
Goff School
Valley View School
Parkside Elementary
School
Crestwood School
+12 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
MVP Fitness
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park in Pine Island Dr & Algoma Ave Area
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(7)
Carin Tech
Bike Path
Belmont Ave & Northland Dr Area Trail
Bike Path
Merrell Trail
Bike Path
+4 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(4)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+1 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Childcare Center
Frequently asked about Strawberry Farms
- What do homes cost in Strawberry Farms?
- The median home value in Strawberry Farms is about $778,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Strawberry Farms housing market?
- no homes are listed in Strawberry Farms right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Strawberry Farms?
- Strawberry Farms is served by Chandler Woods Charter Academy. Its highest-rated assigned school is Belmont Elementary School (9/10).
- Is Strawberry Farms walkable?
- Strawberry Farms scores 1.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.